inspect — to look at something carefully in order to learn more about it or to find problems
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to look at something carefully in order to learn more about it or to find problems
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈspekt/
Korean meaning: 검사하다, 조사하다, 살펴보다
Korean pronunciation: 인**스펙**트
Example Sentences
- My mom inspects my room like a detective looking for hidden snacks.
- The mechanic will inspect your car before the trip.
- He inspects his hair in the mirror for exactly 20 minutes every morning.
inspect
VERB//ɪnˈspekt//
to look at something carefully in order to learn more about it or to find problems
The mechanic carefully inspects every part of the old engine before approving it.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'inspectus', the past participle of 'inspicere', meaning 'to look at' or 'to examine'. It combines the prefix 'in-' (into) with 'specere' (to look or see).
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom inspects my room like a detective looking for hidden snacks.”
“The mechanic will inspect your car before the trip.”
“He inspects his hair in the mirror for exactly 20 minutes every morning.”
“Food safety officials regularly inspect restaurants.”
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